Charities in Pendle
There are 597 registered charities based in and around Pendle. 443 of them (74%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year. The most common causes are children and young people, education, and the arts and heritage.
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What they work on
- Children and young people180
- Education152
- Arts and heritage70
- Disability63
- Poverty and hardship37
- Older people32
- Environment18
- Overseas aid13
We count a charity under a cause when its description on the register makes it clear, which is true of 392 of the 597. Charities are placed by their registered address, so the numbers include some national charities with an office here. Volunteers are as reported by the 330 local charities under £1 million a year that file an annual return, from the returns held in October 2026. Data from the Charity Commission register, last refreshed in June 2026.
Charities for children and young people in Pendle
5 of the 180 we found.
Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Unit 59 of the Sea Cadet Corps
BB10 · Small charity, income under £100k
The aim of the Unit is to provide a range of activities and adventures within a caring and disciplined environment based on the standards of the Royal Navy, to which young people can respond, and which in turn will…
Pendle Womens Forum
BB9 · Income £100k to £1m
Pendle Women's Forum (PWF) works for the benefit of women and young people from the disadvantaged communities in Pendle. Our main aim is to improve life chances, through the advancement of education and training,…
Pendle Ladies Choir
BB8 · Small charity, income under £100k
The choir is open to ladies over the age of sixteen regardless of culture. The choir participates in festivals throughout the country promoting choral activities to a wide audience. The choir also gives concerts…
Pendle Young Farmers Club
BB9 · Small charity, income under £100k
The club is for any one who is aged between 10 and 26 years of age . You do not need to be a Farmer or come from a Farming background to enjoy the varied activities of the Club such as Go Karting, Quiz Nights, Stock…
Burnley Youth Theatre
BB10 · Income £100k to £1m
We deliver a range of drama and arts activities for children and young people aged 0 to 25 years old both in our purpose built venue Burnley Arts Centre and also in the community and schools of Burnley and East…
Education charities in Pendle
5 of the 152 we found.
The Pendle Forest Scout and Guide Group
BB12 · Small charity, income under £100k
The provision of Scouting and Guiding groups from Beavers to Explorer Scouts and Rainbows to Guides with all the relevant activities and experiences. We also provide a base for a local pre-school, craft, exercise…
Pendle Dogs in Need
BB8 · Income £100k to £1m
PENDLE DOGS are a dog rescue serving the areas around Burnley and Pendle (All BB postcodes). We help with dogs who have been abandoned, are mistreated or need rehoming for some other reason.
Pendle Club
BB7 · Small charity, income under £100k
Social activities for over 55 years e.g. dancing, dominoes, whist, bridge, Luncheon Club, Snooker. Also facilities for other local groups e.g. Probus, Girl Guides, Scouts, Age Concern, Camcorder Club, Talking Newspaper…
Pendle Community Orchestra
BB9 · Income under £10k
The organisation encourages people to play a musical instrument and to be part of an orchestra/wind band. Membership is open to all with no restriction on age or ability and instruments are available to loan to…
Samaritans of Pendle, Burnley, Craven and Rossendale
BB9 · Small charity, income under £100k
To enable persons in Pendle Burnley Craven & Rossendale areas, as well as elsewhere, to access support if experiencing feelings of distress or despair including those who may be at risk of suicide. To receive…
Arts and heritage charities in Pendle
5 of the 70 we found.
Pendle Hippodrome Theatre Limited
BB8 · Income £100k to £1m
To own, administer and maintain the Theatre premises for the benefit of the Pendle Hippodrome Theatre Company, Pendle Hippodrome Youth Theatre and various other groups and organisations who hire the Theatre for the…
Friends of Pendle Heritage
BB9 · Income under £10k
To continue to support the development, conservation and restoration of Pendle's Heritage. This will be achieved by social, educational and fundraising activities.
Pendle Forest Model Railway Society
BB10 · Income under £10k
Construct, operate and demonstrate model railway displays.
Stage Door Youth Theatre
BB8 · Small charity, income under £100k
Stage Door Youth Theatre runs community youth theatres and performing arts lessons for young people from ages 4 to 18. We primarily operate in the Pendle area.
The Friends of the Craven Museum
BD23 · Income under £10k
Arts/Culture/Environment/Conservation/Heritage
Disability charities in Pendle
5 of the 63 we found.
Burnley, Pendle and Rossendale Scope
BB10 · Income under £10k
The group meets monthly to offer support and advise to people with cerebral palsy.
Pendle District Talking Newspaper Association
BB9 · Income under £10k
To support and help those who are blind or who have some visual impairment or some other disability that makes reading difficult by the provision of recorded material and where appropriate, audio equipment.
Lancashire First CIO
BB9 · Income £100k to £1m
Working with of individuals with learning disabilities, their families and carers by the provision of appropriate workshops, events and activities. This includes operation of a shop which as well as providing funds also…
Saddleworth Riding for the Disabled Association Incorporating Carriage Driving
BB12 · Income under £10k
Saddleworth RDA is a Riding for the Disabled group based in Diggle near Oldham. Since June 2018 we have offered opportunities for children and adults with physical and learning disabilities to experience horse care and…
Skipton and Craven Action for Disability
BD23 · Income £100k to £1m
Provides for the welfare of people with disabilities living in and around Craven, North Yorkshire and assisting them to integrate into society. We operate 8 minibuses with full disability access including wheelchair…
Poverty and hardship charities in Pendle
5 of the 37 we found.
Pendle New Neighbours
BB9 · Income £100k to £1m
Pendle New Neighbours supports refugees and asylum seekers living in Pendle by: Advice, support, advocacy, interpreting, translating and signposting to other services. English classes (informal ESOL) and other…
Pendle Food for All
BB9 · Small charity, income under £100k
We are a food club and we buy surplus food for our members from Fareshare, as well as fresh food fromlocal sources at cost. Members pay a small fee each week and get a choice of food. They choosewhat food they want, so…
Brierfield Pentecostal Church
BB9 · Income under £10k
(a) advance the Christian faith (b) relieve sickness and financial hardship and to promote and preserve good health by the provision of funds, goods or services (c) advance education
The Hospital of James Knowles CIO
BD23 · Small charity, income under £100k
Almshouse in Long Preston
Be Kind Foundation
BB10 · Income £100k to £1m
Relief of poverty, provision of food, clean water, shelter, clothing, medical care and education, and orphan sponsorships.
Charities for older people in Pendle
5 of the 32 we found.
Peter Birtwistle Trust
BB8 · Income £100k to £1m
The Peter Birtwistle Trust provides supported housing to older people in Colne, Lancashire. The charity is a member of the Almshouse Association and a Registered Provider of Social Housing. Applicants for accommodation…
Burnley & District U3a
BB12 · Small charity, income under £100k
The advancement of education and, in particular, the education of older people and those who are retired from full time work, by all means, including associated activities conducive to learning and personal development.
Butterfield Homes,crosshills
BB8 · Small charity, income under £100k
To provide accommodation for older people who are in need and who live in the Bradford and Harrogate area.
Foulridge Village Hall Committee
BB18 · Income under £10k
Community based activities for children, families and older people.
Embsay and Eastby Good Neighbours CIO
BD23 · Income under £10k
We offer practical help mainly for residents who are mainly elderly or disabled such as transport, domestic support and household assistance.We also operate a free befriending service in order to alleviate loneliness…
Small charities in Pendle
Most charities here are small, often a few volunteers doing good work close to home, and few of them can afford to advertise. Each of these has an income under £100,000 a year and has reported its accounts recently.
Light of the Gospel Ministries
BB12 · Small charity, income under £100k
To relieve poverty in Serbia and elsewhere in the world as the trustees decide. Also to reach people with the Christian faith
Kirkby-in-malhamdale Pta
BD23 · Income under £10k
The PTA raises funds via various events for example balls, curry evenings, auctions. We operate from the school.
Belmont Community Association
BB10 · Income under £10k
Provide facilities and support for groups including adult keep fit and social contact groups, also several dance groups, bingo and lunch clubs.
Skipton Men's Shed
BD23 · Income under £10k
Skipton Men's Shed meets in a community workshop equipped with tools, machinery and facilities for woodworking, light metal work and associated hobbies and practical interests. Additionally we have a social area where…
Water Street Cp School Parent Teacher Association
BD23 · Small charity, income under £100k
Fund raising events throughout the school year
The Rotary Club of Barnoldswick and Earby Trust Fund
BB18 · Income under £10k
Community work within the local area. Supporting various local, national and international charities by fund raising activities. Sponsoring young people involved in charity work overseas.
The Barnoldswick Old Age Pensioners Association
BB18 · Income under £10k
The club is open to the general public not just the elderly - bingo, outings/trips, advice, concerts, police & fire surgeries, toe nail cutting service, craft class, room hire, meetings. A general warm welcome for…
Field Nurse CIO
BD23 · Small charity, income under £100k
Field Nurse is a health signposting service
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How many charities are there in Pendle?
There are 597 registered charities based in and around Pendle. 443 of them (74%) are small, with an income under £100,000 a year. The figures come from the Charity Commission register for England and Wales, last refreshed in June 2026, and count charities by their registered address.
What do charities in Pendle work on?
The most common causes are children and young people (180), education (152), and the arts and heritage (70). We count a charity under a cause when its own description on the register makes that clear, which is true of 392 of the 597, so the real numbers are higher.
How many people volunteer for charities in Pendle?
Local charities in and around Pendle have 6,432 volunteers between them. That's what 330 charities with an income under £1 million a year told the Charity Commission in their latest annual return. Charities with an income under £10,000 don't have to report it, so the real number is higher.
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